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Providence Public Library is an essential agency of public education and crucial to the infrastructure of the Rhode Island community. We are one of the few major libraries in the United States that is a private not-for-profit institution governed by a Board of Directors, giving us the flexibility to respond to community need rapidly and effectively. More...

As a public service, Providence Public Library invites Rhode Island non-profit organizations to post their programs/events of statewide interest on our Calendar of Events. Although we attempt to ensure authenticity and accuracy of content, we recommend that you contact the organization posting this event for verification.

Before Hollywood there was Providence. Rhode Island film companies ruled movie screens during the 1910s. Come see classic silent films made right here in RI from 1915-1929. Most are being shown for the first time in over 90 years. Tickets are $8 for RIHS members, $10 for non-members.